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A Career In Nutrition Science Personal Statement

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At Kaplan University, I am currently enrolled in the Bachelor of Science in Nutrition Science due to my passion for nutrition and health. My goal is to pursue a career as a Nutritionist and a Food Safety Specialist. When I first enrolled into Kaplan University, I was sure that my passion for nutrition and making a difference in people’s lives was exactly what I envisioned for my future, but I had no idea how many paths there were in the nutrition field. After doing further research on my expected degree field through resources provided by my professor, I discovered the specific path that I would be passionate to take. A career in Food Safety is what I choose as my future profession. In Kaplan University, I will obtain my degree in Bachelors of Science in Nutrition Science which will serve as my biggest qualification to pursue a job in my field. There are other certifications and credentials that I can obtain to expand my knowledge and be qualified to earn a higher level of position. . A couple certifications that I would like to earn are PCQI (preventive control qualified individual) and GFSI (Global Food Safety Initiative) I am interested in obtaining these certificates because the field is so high in demand that it needs certified individuals in these categories to work in the food safety industry. I am also interested in joining …show more content…

A few skills required as a Nutritionist, are to communicate with patients and offer advice and support on following a nutritional meal plan as well as educate them so that they understand how food affects their health. It is important to be personable, professional and caring as well when communicating with patients. I believe that I have these skills and traits because I enjoy meeting new people and I would love to share my knowledge to help others live a healthy life free from

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